NHA Phlebotomy Certification Practice Exam

What two agencies are responsible for administering CLIA?

1. CDC and WHO

2. CMS and FDA

3. NIH and HHS

4. OSHA and EPA

The correct answer is: CMS and FDA

The correct answer identifies the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) as the two agencies responsible for administering the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA). CMS is primarily responsible for overseeing the certification of laboratories in order to ensure that they meet certain quality standards for testing. This includes ensuring compliance with regulations that pertain to laboratory practices and the accuracy of laboratory tests. The FDA plays a crucial role as well, particularly in the regulation and approval of laboratory equipment and tests, which helps ensure that the testing methods used in laboratories are safe and effective. The collaboration between these two agencies ensures that laboratories comply with federal standards and produce reliable test results, which are essential for patient safety and care. This oversight is vital in maintaining confidence in laboratory operations and the healthcare system as a whole.